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Fairview Heights restaurant demolitions coming soon
Considered by many as a long-standing eyesore in a prominent location in Fairview Heights, the structure which at one time served as a location for a restaurant called Smokey Bones is expected to be demolished this summer, according to the city’s director of land use and development, Dallas Alley.
JCPenny is hosting its Black Friday in July sale
ST. LOUIS – It’s the Black Friday in July sale going on right now at JCPenney online, giving you reasons to celebrate the season. There are thousands of bargains for less than $20. You can also use coupon code BLCKFRDY on select clothing, shoes, accessories, fine jewelry and...
Meet the tiny crew that feeds all the animals at the Saint Louis Zoo
ST. LOUIS — Feeding the animals at the St. Louis Zoo requires a herculean effort. There are thousands of animals to be fed and many with drastically different diets. It may surprise you that the number of staff preparing the huge amounts of food is rather small. It's the...
Local animal shelters waive adoption fees as they experience influx of dogs and cats
Animal shelters in the St. Louis area are experiencing an overflow of dogs and cats being brought into their facilities. The Animal Protective Association of Missouri currently has almost 700 animals in its care, and both of its shelters have reached capacity. APA President and CEO Sarah Javier said most of the animals being brought in are large dogs, making it especially challenging for the organization to find space to care for them.
Deal Set for Sale, Development of Former Fairmount Park
Accel Entertainment has announced an agreement to purchase FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing, the former Fairmount Park racetrack, with plans to continue racing and develop a long-stalled racino project. The $35 million deal is subject to approval by the Illinois Racing Board and casino ownership, and development would need the...
Dogs pulled from flooded St. Clair County Animal Services building, fosters needed
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — Several animals were rescued from rising waters Tuesday as St. Clair County Animal Services in Belleville was flooded. A Facebook live posted by Gateway Pet Guardians showed people carrying dogs through high water onto dry ground and loading them into crates to take back to their shelter.
Panera adds more sandwiches and brings back beloved bagels
Panera Bread’s ongoing menu overhaul continued on Wednesday with the addition of two new sandwiches and a line of avocado toasts, as well as the return of some once-popular bagels. The St. Louis-based bakery-café chain in April launched what the company has described as the biggest menu transformation in...
The best food and drink events in St. Louis: July 19-21
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day this Sunday with many of your favorite ice cream vendors from around the region. Stop by the Missouri History Museum to check out its refurbished 1904 World’s Fair exhibit and learn about the birthplace of the ice cream cone. If sweets aren’t your thing, chow down at the Das Bevo Wurst Festival or hop across the river to check out Pickle Palooza.
4-year-old boy competes in National Mullet Competition
Showcasing his mullet named after Patrick Swayze, a four-year-old from Millstadt, Illinois, will compete in the National Mullet Competition this month. Bohdi Fischer and his mullet, "The Swayze Special," will compete in the 1-4 age group while strutting the "business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back" hairstyle.
New Restaurant and Event Space to Open in Alton
ALTON - Owner Lisa Brown promises “elegantly classy” vibes at her new restaurant and event space in downtown Alton. The Renaissance X will host its grand opening from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024. Located at 401 Piasa Street in Alton at the former site of The Lovejoy, the restaurant will offer Sunday jazz brunches, craft cocktails, sports and more. During their grand opening on Friday, community members can enjoy music by Just In Time and a local DJ, vendors and food trucks.
Accel Entertainment to acquire Collinsville horse racing venue, plans for on-site casino
Transaction extends Accel’s local gaming footprint with the purchase of the only active horse racing venue in greater St. Louis; includes an Organization Gaming License to offer casino gaming positions as well as a partnership with FanDuel to participate in sports wagering in Illinois. Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL)...
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